The 2001 Dodge Viper represents the second generation (1996-2002) of this iconic American sports car. It's a pure, uncompromising performance machine, offered solely in the roadster body style named RT/10, and it is powered by an 8.0-liter V10 engine producing 450 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque. It uses a 6-speed manual transmission to deliver power to the rear wheels. Standard features offered in 2001 were rudimentary compared to modern cars, including air conditioning, power-adjustable pedals and a CD stereo. It was a car built to go fast, with fewer amenities than you'd expect in a luxury car, but plenty of attraction for those seeking thrills and raw power.